I write in support of the adoption of the federal MUTCD standard. My small business is one of many in urban village centers that benefits tremendously from its proximity to protected bike facilities. Unfortunately, such safe and healthful thoroughfares (Greenways, bike paths, rail trails, etc) are limited in scope and often are not accessible to all potential users. Businesses that form the backbone of our communities -- locally owned retail, food & bev, services -- would thrive all the more with improved standards that enable the creation of a safe *transportation network* for people on bike, on foot, and on other alternative modes of transportation.